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The City Council will hold a Special Meeting on Wednesday, July 27th at 4 PM. The primary purpose will be to review, discuss and authorize the submission of the Towns Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development.  To view the agenda visit: City Council  Agenda.

The Planning Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, July 27th at 6 PM. To view the agenda visit: Planning Agenda 

City Council meetings are being held in-person and virtually in a hybrid format. The public is welcome to attend in person at 80 Fair Oaks Lane, Atherton in the new Council Chambers.  

The City Manager's Office has published the latest Monthly Matters for June 2022. To read it in full click here.


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Housing Element Update News


Resources from the City Manager - Housing
 
As you review the Town’s DRAFT Housing Element during its public comment period and consider comments for the July 27 City Council meeting., Below are some links to current and historic information surrounding the public discussion that you might find useful.

To read the full Housing Element Update - Click Here

Latest Additions:
  • Housing Element Update Letter to Residents_7.22.22 - Click Here
  • Redwood City Housing Element Letter - Click Here
  • Woodside’s Plan Sent to State (Almanac Article) - See link - https://www.almanacnews.com/news/2022/07/13/woodside-council-sends-draft-housing-element-to-the-state
  • YIMBY Law Letter - Click Here
  • HUD Letter - Click Here
  • Housing Leadership Council - Atherton Letter - Click Here
 
— October 16, 2019 - City Council - Establishment of RHNA
— November 4, 2020 - City Council - RHNA Report and Process
— November 18, 2020 - City Council - Comment Letter - RHNA for Atherton
— April 28, 2021 - City Council - Housing Element Update Process
— December 1, 2021 - City Council/Planning Commission - SB 9 Discussion
— February 24, 2022 - City Council - Housing Element Update
— February 2022 Monthly Matters - Focused on Regional Housing Needs and Public Safety CitizenRIMS
— March 16, 2022 - City Council Meeting - 2021 Annual Report on General Plan Implementation
— March 16, 2022 - City Council Meeting - Housing Strategies Discussion
— March 2022 Monthly Matters - Focus on Budget and Public Information Resources
— Special Edition Athertonian Newsletter - April 2022
— April 26, 2022 - Community Open House - To listen to AUDIO ONLY portions of that meeting
— April 2022 Monthly Matters - Focus on Changes to Town Vendors as well as the Housing Element
— May 18, 2022 - City Council Meeting - Housing Strategy Refines
— May 24, 2022 - City Council Meeting - Special Meeting: Housing Strategies
— May 2022 Monthly Matters - Focus on the Housing Element and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
— June 23, 2022 - Planning Commission Special Meeting - Draft Housing Element Presentation
— June 2022 Monthly Matters - Focus on the Housing Element
— July 2022 Public Hearing Notice
— Planning Department Housing Element Website
— Accessory Dwelling Unit Handout
— Youtube Link to City Council Meeting Videos
— Youtube Link to Planning Commission Meeting Videos
— Current Atherton General Plan
— General Plan Update Webpage
— Town Adoption of SB 9 Local Ordinance Implementation
— SB 9 Checklist for Development
— ABAG Housing Allocation Website
— ABAG Website Regarding Appeals to RHNA
— ABAG FAQ Housing Elements
— HCD Regional Housing Needs Website
— HCD Housing Element Compliance Website
— HCD Housing Element Review and Compliance Report - Statewide
— HCD Housing Element Review Letters - Statewide
— Palo Alto Online Article Regarding Palo Alto’s Appeal (general information)



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Household Hazardouse Waste Collection Event


FREE Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event!

The Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Program is hosting a drop-off event in East Palo Alto on Saturday, August 13, 2022, 8:30am-12:15pm.

Accepted items include cleaning products; fertilizers and garden chemicals; pesticides, herbicides and rodenticides; solvents; flammable liquids; fluorescent lights (compact and tubes), paint thinner, acids/bases, aerosol cans, and automotive supplies (car batteries, motor oil, oil filters, antifreeze, brake fluid).

All waste collected is reused, recycled, or stabilized for proper disposal to achieve zero waste and prevent any items from going to the landfill and contaminating our water and soil. No electronic, radioactive, explosive, or medical waste is accepted. This event is open to all who live in San Mateo County.

To participate, you must schedule an appointment at San Mateo County’s HHW Program: smchealth.org/post/make-hhw-drop-appointment or by calling (650) 372-6200. The event location is disclosed once your appointment is confirmed. Limit 10 gallons or 50 pounds per appointment (per car load). If you have greater than 10 gallons you must schedule two appointments and make two (2) vehicle trips. No commercial waste is allowed.

If you are unable to attend this event can still dispose of household hazardous waste for free at San Mateo County’s permanent HHW facility Thursdays-Saturdays (except major holiday weekends). You must make an appointment at smchealth.org/post/make-hhw-drop-appointment or call (650) 372-6200. 

Recycling/safe disposal of paint, fluorescent lights, household batteries, and used motor oil/filters can be done at a local collection center – no appointment needed. Visit smchealth.org/post/hhw-most-wanted for local drop-off sites. For more information, visit smchealth.org/hhw


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A.D.A.P.T  Emergency Preparedness Tips 


The key to riding out and recovering from an earthquake is being prepared.  Supplies to have at the ready including things you would likely want to have around the house for other emergencies, such as a storm or a power failure.  Some things (sturdy shoes, clothes, gloves and flashlight) might be tucked under your bed for immediate access.  Fire extinguishers should be in the kitchen and garage as well as in your supply cache.  Camping gear (lanterns, sleeping bags, stove, tents, rope) are all excellent to have on hand in an emergency.

                          

For more information and tips, visit: www.getreadyatherton.org 


Weekly Atherton "Did You Know?"


Did you know..... San Mateo County Office of Sustainability Offers Rebates. To see what you might qualify for visit: https://www.smcsustainability.org/energy/programs/


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